deck Talrand, Sky Summoner

Commander Meta Staples Decklists Guides Winrate % Top players Collection

Main cards
Deckslists
Strategy
Resources
Comments

Talrand, Sky Summoner

Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, create a 2/2 blue Drake creature token with flying.

Main Deck cards Talrand, Sky Summoner

Island

26.0 in 100% of decks
Castle Vantress

1.0 in 100% of decks
Mystic Sanctuary

1.0 in 100% of decks
Heraldic Banner

1.0 in 100% of decks
Arcane Signet

1.0 in 100% of decks
Winged Words

1.0 in 100% of decks
Narset, Parter of Veils

1.0 in 100% of decks
Murmuring Mystic

1.0 in 100% of decks
Sleight of Hand

1.0 in 100% of decks
Coldsteel Heart

1.0 in 100% of decks
Preordain

1.0 in 100% of decks
Deep Analysis

1.0 in 100% of decks
Negate

1.0 in 100% of decks
Wizard's Retort

1.0 in 100% of decks
Wayfarer's Bauble

1.0 in 100% of decks
Rhystic Study

1.0 in 100% of decks
High Tide

1.0 in 100% of decks
Sapphire Medallion

1.0 in 100% of decks
Opt

1.0 in 100% of decks
Wash Away

1.0 in 100% of decks
Gitaxian Probe

1.0 in 100% of decks
Brainsurge

1.0 in 100% of decks
Case of the Ransacked Lab

1.0 in 100% of decks
Quick Study

1.0 in 100% of decks
Flow of Knowledge

1.0 in 100% of decks
Demolition Field

1.0 in 100% of decks
Commit

1.0 in 100% of decks
An Offer You Can't Refuse

1.0 in 100% of decks
March of Swirling Mist

1.0 in 100% of decks
Sink into Stupor

1.0 in 100% of decks
Consider

1.0 in 100% of decks
Step Through

1.0 in 100% of decks
Solve the Equation

1.0 in 100% of decks
Archmage Emeritus

1.0 in 100% of decks
Ravenform

1.0 in 100% of decks
Reconnaissance Mission

1.0 in 100% of decks
Soul-Guide Lantern

1.0 in 100% of decks
Wavebreak Hippocamp

1.0 in 100% of decks
Ash Barrens

1.0 in 100% of decks
Aetherspouts

1.0 in 100% of decks
Propaganda

1.0 in 100% of decks
Reins of Power

1.0 in 100% of decks
Pull from the Deep

1.0 in 100% of decks
Fellwar Stone

1.0 in 100% of decks
Kumena's Awakening

1.0 in 100% of decks
Myriad Landscape

1.0 in 100% of decks
Polymorphist's Jest

1.0 in 100% of decks
Walk the Aeons

1.0 in 100% of decks
Halimar Depths

1.0 in 100% of decks
Reliquary Tower

1.0 in 100% of decks
Dispel

1.0 in 100% of decks
Riptide Laboratory

1.0 in 100% of decks
Swiftfoot Boots

1.0 in 100% of decks
Archaeomancer

1.0 in 100% of decks
Reality Shift

1.0 in 100% of decks
Everflowing Chalice

1.0 in 100% of decks
Elixir of Immortality

1.0 in 100% of decks
Anticipate

1.0 in 100% of decks
Sol Ring

1.0 in 100% of decks
Impulse

1.0 in 100% of decks
Sky Diamond

1.0 in 100% of decks
Rapid Hybridization

1.0 in 100% of decks
Star Compass

1.0 in 100% of decks
Mystical Tutor

1.0 in 100% of decks
Mind Stone

1.0 in 100% of decks
Cyclonic Rift

1.0 in 100% of decks
Bident of Thassa

1.0 in 100% of decks
Favorable Winds

1.0 in 100% of decks
Counterspell

1.0 in 100% of decks
Brainstorm

1.0 in 100% of decks
Ponder

1.0 in 100% of decks
Arcane Denial

1.0 in 100% of decks
Lonely Sandbar

1.0 in 100% of decks
Siren Stormtamer

1.0 in 100% of decks

Strategy

The "Talrand, Sky Summoner" Commander deck is a classic blue control deck that focuses on generating a powerful army of Drakes while countering opponents' spells and controlling the board. The strategy of the deck revolves around casting cheap instant and sorcery spells to trigger Talrand's ability, which creates a 2/2 blue Drake creature token. Cards like Opt, Brainstorm, Preordain, and Ponder help to draw into more spells and keep your hand full. Counterspells like Counterspell, Negate, and Spell Pierce help you protect Talrand and disrupt your opponents' game plan. The good points of the deck include its ability to generate a steady stream of flying creatures, which can quickly overwhelm opponents if left unchecked. The deck also has strong control elements, allowing you to interact with your opponents' spells and keep the board in check. On the downside, the deck can struggle against fast aggro strategies that can put pressure on you before you can establish your board presence. Additionally, decks that can easily remove Talrand or control the board through non-creature means can pose a challenge. Overall, the "Talrand, Sky Summoner" Commander deck is a fun and powerful control deck that rewards careful planning and efficient spellcasting. It offers a unique playstyle focusing on generating a board presence through instants and sorceries, making it a unique and enjoyable deck to pilot.